Holiday Décor II: Country Charm

Homemade holiday décor: A how-to guide on making a Christmas wreath

By Janet Reynolds

Country Charm

Hewitt’s Garden Center designer Susan Goodrum went country with her wreath theme, which is the number one seller at Hewitt’s. If you want to set the tone for your holiday décor, a wreath is the place to start. “It’s the first thing all your friends see when they come in the door,” she says, suggesting that any theme coordinate with the décor inside the home. “It’s the first statement.”

What you need:

Basic wreath

Floral wire

Accent pieces

Focal point such as a welcome sign

Directions:

Place your focal point, here the welcome sign, first. Placing it off center adds more interest.

Adding bows helps to draw the eye to the focal point and makes sure it looks nestled in the wreath. “ Try not to have any horizontal or vertical lines.”

Choose accent ornaments. Place them in odd-numbered groupings, such as the two balls and Joy wording.

Add fillers to give depth and interest. Glitter and accent colors ensure the wreath is seen from afar but interesting u p close as well.

Photos by Colleen Ingerto

More holiday décor: Berry Chic from Faddegon’s Nursery in Latham and Nature’s Swag from Experience and Creative Design in Schenectady